Perched on the majestic slopes of the North Kohala Coast, Kohala Ranch is a prestigious gated community spanning an impressive 3,500 acres. It offers a unique blend of spacious living, breathtaking panoramic views of both the mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With 325 homesites, the community caters to a diverse range of preferences, from modest ranch-style homes to luxurious estates.
Kohala Ranch is intertwined with the history of the region, which was originally farmed and fished by Native Hawaiians.
John Palmer Parker, ordered by
Kamehameha I to manage wild cattle here, created the
Parker Ranch in 1815, birthing the iconic Paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture.
While Waimea has evolved, it proudly maintains its "country" atmosphere, its legacy of ranching and wide-open spaces echoed in Kohala Ranch.
Property Characteristics - One and two-story homes that have interiors measuring from 1,500 to 8,100 Sq Ft with 2 to 7 bedrooms and 2 to 9 bathrooms over 3 different communities:
- The Heathers - Elevations of 500 to 1,500 feet. Residential zoned lots of 1 to 3 acres.
- The Meadows - Elevations of 1,600 to 2,000 feet. Agricultural zoned lots of 3 to 5 acres.
- The Summit - Elevations of 2,100 to 3,000 feet. Agricultural zoned lots of 5 to 30 acres.
- A variety of architectural styles, from Plantation to Hawaiian Modern to European-inspired residences. Most do share Hawaii’s preferred elements of open layouts throughout, vaulted ceilings and large lanai and deck spaces.
Location - Koaia Tree Sanctuary has a network of short trails, including a three-quarters-of-a-mile interpretive loop with wonderful outlooks on the coastline.
- At Hawaiian Beach you’ll find a small, pretty, and uncrowded public beach at Kawaihae Harbor, perfect for swimming, wading, and enjoying its coarse white sand.
- Pua Ka Ilima O Kawaihae Cultural Surf Park features a rock breakwater creating a shallow, sandy-bottomed harbor area ideal for families and easy ocean entry via a metal staircase.
Features & Amenities - The Meadows & Summit lots commonly feature barns and farming related structures while Summit properties often also have large stables and other equestrian facilities on them.
- Homes feature high-end amenities such as gated entries, photovoltaic systems, private pools, spas, outdoor showers, media rooms and guest cottages.
- Properties have wide angle views of the mountains and the ocean.
Kohala Ranch offers a serene and upscale lifestyle, combining the allure of expansive private estates with a strong sense of community, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Big Island's natural beauty and its storied past.
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